1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (231 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 783 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (268 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
